A) Amino phenyl alanine
B) Hydroxy phenyl alanine
C) Phenyl alanine
D) Dihydroxy phenyl alanine
Correct Answer: D
Solution :
The foot of the common mussel (Mytilus edulis) produces a sticky glue due to a unique compound called mussel adhesive protein, which contains a high concentration of an amino acid, DOPA (dihydroxyphenylalanine), which can cling to wet surfaces with extraordinary strength. Be- sides heart implants, the compound could be used as a tooth coating to prevent dental plaque, which is caused by bacterial infection.
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